Can you trade in Pokémon HOME without premium?
Yes, you can trade Pokémon in Pokémon HOME without a Premium Plan, but with some limitations, as the Basic Plan allows for trading with other players on the mobile version of the app. The Pokémon HOME Basic Plan is free and enables you to move and trade Pokémon between compatible Pokémon games, although it has restricted features compared to the Premium Plan.
Understanding Pokémon HOME Trading
To trade in Pokémon HOME without a Premium Plan, you need to understand the basics of how trading works within the app. Pokémon HOME is designed to allow trades between players, but the Basic Plan has limitations, such as only being able to access a single box of 30 Pokémon and being restricted to trading with players on the mobile versions of Pokémon HOME.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Why can’t I trade in Pokémon HOME?
You can trade in Pokémon HOME if you have the Basic Plan, but ensure you’re using the mobile version and that the Pokémon you want to trade is eligible for trading.
Q2: What happens if you don’t pay your Pokémon HOME subscription?
If your Pokémon HOME Premium Plan lapses, your Pokémon will remain safe, but you’ll lose access to all but one box of 30 Pokémon, as non-premium subscribers are limited to the Basic Box.
Q3: Can you trade in Pokémon HOME without Nintendo online?
Pokémon HOME does not require a Nintendo Switch Online membership to use its basic features, including trading between mobile versions.
Q4: Can you trade with yourself in Pokémon HOME?
Yes, you can use Pokémon HOME to transfer Pokémon from one Switch game to another, essentially trading with yourself, and it can also serve as extra storage space.
Q5: Can I use Pokémon HOME to evolve Haunter?
Unfortunately, trades done in Pokémon HOME do not trigger evolutions that normally occur through trading, such as Haunter evolving into Gengar.
Q6: How do you trade with one person in Pokémon HOME?
To trade with a friend in Pokémon HOME, add them, go to the GTS menu, click “Friend Trade,” select your trade partner, and proceed with the trade.
Q7: Is there a limit on friend trade in Pokémon HOME?
Users of the Basic Plan can only make 10 Friend Trades per day, but there’s no limit on what Pokémon can be traded, including Mythical Pokémon.
Q8: Why can’t I add friends in Pokémon HOME?
You might not be able to add friends if you’re under 16 years old, as this feature is restricted for users under this age, or if you haven’t accessed the “Your Room” screen correctly.
Q9: Will my Pokémon get deleted from Home?
Your Pokémon will not be deleted from Pokémon HOME if your Premium Plan lapses, but you won’t be able to view or withdraw Pokémon not in your Basic Box.
Q10: How do I get rid of Pokémon HOME Premium?
To cancel your Pokémon HOME Premium Plan, go to your account settings, select subscriptions, choose the Pokémon HOME subscription, and then cancel it.
Q11: Can I refund Pokémon HOME?
Unfortunately, refunds for Pokémon HOME subscriptions are not available for any reason.
Q12: What Pokémon Cannot be traded?
Mythical Pokémon, like Celebi, Darkrai, and certain others, cannot be traded through regular means due to their rarity and special status.
Q13: Why can Meloetta be transferred?
Meloetta can be transferred, but Pokémon HOME reverts it to its Aria form if transferred out of Pokémon GO, due to its form being meant as a temporary change.
Q14: Can two users share Pokémon HOME?
Each Pokémon HOME account can only be linked to one Nintendo Account at a time, but the same Nintendo Account can be linked to both the Nintendo Switch and mobile versions of Pokémon HOME.
Q15: Do traded Pokémon lose friendship?
If you trade a Pokémon and then get it back, its affection/happiness will be restored to what it was before the trade, but if you trade it away permanently, its affection will reset for the new owner.